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 Q.What are the Archdiocese of Milwaukee norms for Communion services?
 
 A.At a weekday celebration in the absence of a priest:
a. The faithful are encouraged to celebrate the Liturgy of the Hours or a Liturgy of the Word.
b. If there is no priest available for an extended period of weekdays (three or more), a Communion service may be held.
c. A Communion service during the week is not to be held for children.
d. If a Mass is celebrated on a given weekday, a Communion service is not to take place at another time on that day.
e. The pastor or parish director can appoint the leader of prayer on a weekday, providing proper instruction to the persons selected and being assured of their abilities to lead in prayer.
 

 
 
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